Preston Grange Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Preston Grange Primary School
Preston Grange Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Preston Grange Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cheryl Taylor, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10831st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 45 in Preston.
Preston Grange Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 10 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Preston Grange Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Preston Grange Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grange Avenue, Preston, Preston, PR2 6PS |
| Headteacher | Cheryl Taylor |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.2% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10831st of 13,686
Nationally
1591st of 2,065
In North West
30th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
37
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grange Avenue, Preston
Preston, PR2 6PS
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